Taking the Oath: America's History From Oval Office

Overview

A fascinating 20th century journey through American history, as viewed from the unique perspective of the Oval Office. Includes memorable speeches and notable events that defined the administration of each President. Covers the 13 US Presidents who have been filmed since the start of the motion picture age, taking the oath of office.

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Cast

Barack Obama

Self (archive footage)

George W. Bush

Self (archive footage)

Bill Clinton

Self (archive footage)

George H. W. Bush

Self (archive footage)

Ronald Reagan

Self (archive footage)

Jimmy Carter

Self (archive footage)

Gerald Ford

Self (archive footage)

Richard Nixon

Self (archive footage)

Lyndon B. Johnson

Self (archive footage)

John F. Kennedy

Self (archive footage)

Dwight D. Eisenhower

Self (archive footage)

Harry S. Truman

Self (archive footage)

Franklin D. Roosevelt

Self (archive footage)